AI music is no longer a fantasy or niche curiosity among internet sleuths — it’s here, and it’s already beginning to have an impact on Billboard’s charts. In just the past few months, at least six AI or AI-assisted artists have debuted on various Billboard rankings. That figure could be higher, as it’s become increasingly difficult to tell who or what is powered by AI — and to what extent. Many of these charting projects, whose music spans every genre from gospel to rock to country, also arrive

Drake isn’t backing down from his legal fight over Kendrick Lamar’s explosive diss track “Not Like Us.”  The Toronto rapper has officially filed a notice of appeal challenging a federal judge’s decision to throw out his defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG). The lawsuit stemmed from Lamar’s viral hit “Not Like Us,” which took aim at Drake during their heated feud earlier this year. In the song, Lamar accuses the “God’s Plan” rapper of serious misconduct, including inappropriate

Cam’ron has filed a lawsuit against J. Cole surrounding their collaborative track “Ready ’24.” According to legal documents obtained by TMZ, Cam’ron alleges that he “wrote lyrics and dropped a verse on the song in exchange for Cole agreeing to collaborate with him on a future project or at least appear on Cam’s popular ‘It Is What It Is’ podcast.”  Cam’ron maintains that the recording took place in 2022, with his efforts to follow up beginning in July 2023 and extending through April 2024. Dur

New Edition is heading on tour and they’re bringing a few friends along for the ride: Boyz II Men and Toni Braxton. The “New Edition Way” tour is expected to kick off on January 26 in Oakland, CA, at the Oakland Arena. The legendary boy bands, with Braxton by their side, will trek through 30 cities. The tour will make pit stops in major cities like Dallas, Brooklyn, Memphis, Atlanta, and more. The announcement came on Friday (Oct.24), in the form of a promotional video that was shared online.

Miguel is not shy about his love of psychedelics. During a recent interview with Bootleg Kev, Miguel shared his best and worst trips on the substances. “We love psychedelics,” adding that he’s had “mostly good trips.” “The best ones are always outside, though,” Miguel explained. “Either by water or in the forest kind of vibe. Maybe not in the forest, but like the sky is out. You know what I mean? Like you’re looking at the trees, you’re like, ‘Wow, we really are one.’” Miguel went on to expl

As Drake approaches his 39th birthday, the Canadian rapper continues to dominate the music industry with a string of record-breaking achievements. His upcoming album, ICEMAN, slated for release before 2025, adds to a discography that has consistently set benchmarks for both sales and cultural influence. On October 24, coinciding with his birthday, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) announced that Drake now holds the record for the most diamond-certified songs by any artist. T